What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dundee?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dundee is to rideshare which costs £6 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dundee?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dundee is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Dundee?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queensferry Street and arriving at Dundee station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Dundee?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Dundee. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Dundee?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Dundee is 59 miles. The road distance is 55.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Dundee without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dundee without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £12 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dundee?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundee takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Dundee bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Dundee bus services, operated by Ember, depart from George Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Dundee train from?

Edinburgh Castle to Dundee train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Dundee?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dundee is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £12 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £13 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Dundee bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Dundee bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Dundee train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Dundee train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dundee station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Dundee?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Dundee is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Dundee.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Dundee?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Dundee?

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Where can I stay near Dundee?

There are 887+ hotels available in Dundee.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Castle to Dundee?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh Castle and Dundee. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Edinburgh Castle to Dundee - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Dundee by train, bus, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
1h 37m
£12–45
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Dundeerideshare 55.3 mi
1h 33m
£6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensferry Street to Dundee stationbus Ember
1h 48m
£9–13
Bus via George Street
1. Take the bus from George Street to Dundee stationbus Ember
1h 57m
£9–13
Bus via Hebrides Drive
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Hebrides Drivebus M92
2h 16m
£13–18
Drive 55.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Dundeecar 55.6 mi
1h 11m
£14–20

Edinburgh Castle to Dundee by foot and train

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1h 37mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 58.6 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Dundee, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dundee hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Ember operates a bus from Queensferry Street to Dundee station hourly. Tickets cost £9–13 and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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